Police Grants Article

Taft Announces $77.8 Million in 2005 Homeland Security Grants

Funding Will Build on State and Local Efforts to Protect Ohioans from Terrorism

COLUMBUS - Governor Bob Taft today announced the allocation of $77.8 million in 2005 federal homeland security grants that will be used to strengthen Ohio’s ability to prevent, respond to and recover from potential acts of terrorism.

"Our priority is to use these funds to benefit local first responders, law enforcement and ultimately every Ohio citizen," Taft said. "These funds will build on the tremendous progress we have made in meeting the critical needs of each county and protecting our major cities."

"These funds will help us advance our mission to attain the highest possible state of prevention, awareness and preparedness in Ohio," said Ken Morckel, Chair of the State of Ohio Security Task Force and Ohio Department of Public Safety Director. "I want to commend all of our homeland security partners for their strong commitment in using these funds effectively, efficiently, and in the best interest of Ohioans to protect us all."